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J823 SPG

1992 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

118,702 mi
Last recorded118,702 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2022
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Golf113,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ823 SPG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2022 118,702 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2022 118,702 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 118,681 miles

roof lining adrft

Pass 18 Sep 2020 118,670 miles

roof lining adrift

Pass 16 Sep 2019 118,651 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 118,645 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 118,585 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 118,439 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 118,008 miles

Nearside Front Outer seal corroded

Offside Front Outer seal corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2014 117,824 miles

both front shocks weak

n/s/f outer seal corroded

o/s/f outer seal corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2013 117,603 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front shocks weak

rear no plate in poor condition

slight play to both rear wheel bearings

Pass 7 Sep 2012 117,331 miles

both rear tyres cracking (old)

rear no plate in slight poor condition

slight damage +corrotion to both outer seals

Fail 7 Sep 2012 117,331 miles

Offside Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

both rear tyres cracking (old)

rear no plate in slight poor condition

slight damage +corrotion to both outer seals

Pass 5 Sep 2011 116,733 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 116,165 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 115,578 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 114,938 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 114,427 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 113,939 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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J823 SPG is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1992 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 113,553 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J823 SPG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 34 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J823 SPG registered?

J823 SPG is a 1992 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 June 1992.

Is J823 SPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J823 SPG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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